Boldon Nursery School

Overview

Boldon Nursery School continues to be judged as an outstanding school. Children “delight in the wide-ranging learning opportunities” and “thrive and do exceptionally well” due to high aspirations from leaders and staff. The provision is described as an “amazing environment for children to grow and develop.”

Strengths

• Staff possess a “detailed understanding” of each child, providing “precise support” that enables a “flying start” to learning, particularly for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
• The curriculum is “carefully planned” with “high-quality interactions,” allowing children to embed knowledge through activities such as comparing snails or climbing trees to gain confidence.
• Personal, social and emotional development is “ever present,” fostering “warm and caring relationships” where children play harmoniously and show “empathy and respect.”
• Off-site visits are “seamlessly connected” to on-site learning, helping children understand seasonal impacts and make links between different areas of study.
• Staff are “incredibly proud” and access pertinent training, while also supporting other settings to develop their provision.

Areas to improve

• The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.

Safeguarding

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.